1967 Holden HR vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 1967 Holden HR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Holden HR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Forenza has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Forenza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | HR | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
